Without further delay, we are pleased to announce the winners for Best Overall, Most Unique Dish, Most Decadent Dish, and Best Sweet.

Best OverallBimini BoatyardCaribbean escolarEscolar is a white tuna that chef Michael Bennett says is "a rich fish, richer than salmon, that's great as sushi and terrific on the grill." The chef uses a Caribbean rub of pink and green crushed peppercorns and cocoa powder --"a tribute to Incans"-- then blankets the fish in a white Bordeaux and hazelnut liqueur beurre blanc. His acidic condiment to contrast with the richness of the fish is a papaya and pineapple kimchee. The final touch is a "tobacco" onion garnish (dressed with flour and chili powder) for crunch. "The fish and kimchee is a yin and yang on the palate," said Bennett. Caribbean escolar on tonight's menu for $15.

Third PlaceSea LevelOld Bay and lime rock shrimp Turns out the local offering of rock shrimp lightly dressed secured third place and a double win for the Marriott Harbor Beach Hotel, which also houses 3030 Ocean (see below).

Most Decadent3030 OceanSquash shooter with spicy rock shrimpA fall favorite in a shot glass is garnished with a dollop of creme fraiche, a bite of local shrimp and paired with Buffalo Bill's Pumpkin Ale, apropos for the season.Best SweetThe Gelato ShoppeGuinness ice creamAs it turns out, chocolate and Guinness make a terrific pair. Though less creamy than the hazelnut gelato from the same store, the main ingredient won over the judges.

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the city of fort lauderdale needs more events like this, New Times Mag. did a great job planning, executing, and judging this fun evening. Since i was working the event with the new and exciting innovative O.B.House i did not get to try all the food. But, this event is also something us "in the bizz" people look forward to, seeing old friends, workmates, and former bosses, to me that is what makes it special for our group of hard working , hard playing Restaurant Workers. These events are hard work, planning your dish, prepping, butchering, setting it all up, lots of heavy carrying, then the breakdown==BUT I LOVE THIS, Congradulations to all who were participating, putting there best work on the table for people to taste. See you all at The O.B.House for the best "from the farm to your plate" experience you can have, GET OUT AND EAT, NOT THE CORPORATE GIANTS, but the local independently owned and operated establishments, WE DO IT FOR YOu!!